» Integrated MA in Film and Media Studies Application
How to Apply
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In order to apply to the Integrated MA in Film and Media Studies graduate program, you must submit the required application materials, as well as a Creative Supplement.
Application:
- Statement of Intent: Submit an essay expressing your reasons for wanting to join the Integrated MA in Film and Media Studies Program. What are your personal and career goals, and how will this particular degree from Chapman University help you reach those goals? Your essay should be double spaced, size 12 font, and 1-2 pages in length.
- Resume
- 2 letters of recommendation*
- Creative Supplement
*Must be from current Chapman faculty but cannot be Dr. Carman, Dr. Lee, Dr. or Dr. Fuery
No additional information should be sent to Dodge College or the Office of Admissions outside of what is required on the application. Any outside work sent to either office will not be reviewed as part of the admission process.
Creative Supplement Requirements
Please note that you may only submit Creative Supplement materials for your 1st choice major selected on the application. No other materials will be reviewed as part of the application process.
The requirements below are for students applying for Fall 2023
- Writing Sample
Submit a paper from an upper division Film and Media Studies course. Must be uploaded as a Word or PDF document.
Deadline
All application and supplemental materials must be submitted electronically by the deadline below. Late applications will be reviewed on a space available basis.
Deadline: February 1, 2023
Notification
Students will be notified before fall registration begins so they are able to register for the appropriate courses if accepted.
Tuition, Fellowships & Financial Aid
Tuition
All up-to-date information regarding the cost of tuition and lab fees can be found on the Chapman University Business Office website. For MA Film and Media Studies students, tuition is charged per credit.
Fellowships
Dodge College offers fellowships to a select number of students each year. These fellowships are awarded based on the talent shown in the application materials submitted; there is no separate application process for fellowship consideration. If you are awarded a fellowship, you will likely be notified at the time of
Financial Aid
All other financial aid is awarded through the Graduate Financial Aid Office. This funding usually contains mainly student loans. You will receive your “financial aid package” from the Graduate Financial Aid Office after you have been admitted. Please contact their office directly with any questions at gradfinaid@chapman.edu.